Who actually OWNS a Scottish hand-sewn?

**Iano** · 2nd February 08, 04:23 PM

Well I own 2 - I think (hope) I have paid for them.
One "MacInnes hunting modern" 16 Oz 8 yard and nr. 2 "Clan Gordon muted" 13 Oz 5 yard both by Manley Richardson.

They will arrive late march/early april - and I'm climbing the walls allready.

Iano

**KiltKenny** · 27th February 08, 05:20 PM

I do as well, mine is a 13 oz. County Donegal from the House of Edgar and as many in this thread have pointed out , you get what you pay for. Yes it cost, but you really can't put a price on quality. Not only am I willing to scrimp and save, but for a garment of quality I am willing to do it again and again. I have another on order as we speak.

**anderman_son_of_anderson** · 29th March 08, 05:27 AM

I have just taken delivery of my new hand sewn 16 oz kilt in anderson tartan made by Lindsay Kilts just outside Edinburgh. Lindsay is a real artisan, he works from home as I believe his wife isnt to well. Any road up to say I am well pleased would be an understatement. The whole package including a day wear jacket and waistcoat was a very reasonable price so much so I intend having another kilt made in either dress or hunting anderson some time in the near future. If any of you guys want more details mail me.. To top it all off my new freelander sporran turned up today, bonus!

**Dukeof Kircaldy** · 17th April 08, 10:19 AM

I have three: two modern Forbes (one from when I was 24 and the other recent) and an ancient Forbes.

This place is a baaad influence.

**Ryan Ross** · 17th April 08, 03:29 PM

Well, I guess I only have one "8 yard hand sewn in Scotland" kilt- it's in modern Hunting Ross (Lochcarron) and has had some major surgery done on it in the States, since a Scottish kilt maker has had their hands on it (it started life as a ten yard monster).

My other two are "4&6 yard hand sewn in North Carolina from Scottish cloth" kilts.

As per the thread's instructions, I'll note a few differences. First off- my preference is for low yardage, though I still do enjoy the look and swing of the 8 yard "tank". Lower yardage means a better balanced garment that is much more comfortable in the waist. I also find the 8 yard much hotter, in the Georgia summer, than the lower yardage kilts; that said, they both seem to keep the cold out equally, in the winter (and before anyone mentions it, yes- I have been kilted up north in the winter, and I have experienced cold before

). Lower yardage kilts are also more economical, as all that tartan yardage costs a pretty penny. I'm also not a fan of the "third buckle" that comes standard on most 8 yarders- while my 8 yard was in the OR, I asked for it to be removed, and have been glad to be rid of it (like the gallbladder, it's not really needed).

Yes, my clear preference is for a nice, heavy weight, low yardage box (or kingussie) pleated affair, with two straps, two belt loops, no fringe on the apron, and no questions asked.

**ardchoille** · 17th April 08, 03:40 PM

All of my kilts (currently 7 with 2 more on the way) are 100% wool, 8 yard, hand-sewn tanks - I don't like the look or feel of any other material. It's easy to own a tank with The Scotland Yard's time pay plan.

4 MacGregor
1 Black Watch
1 Scotland Forever
1 Pride of Scotland

**Ryan Ross** · 17th April 08, 03:52 PM

Does it have to be made with 8 yards, to be considered a proper "tank"?

Might a 4 yarder, hand made from heavy weight worsted, still be one, so long as it's "built like a tank"?

I'm new around here, and not as familiar with the term as I might be.

**ardchoille** · 17th April 08, 03:59 PM

Originally Posted by Ryan Ross

Does it have to be made with 8 yards, to be considered a proper "tank"?

Might a 4 yarder, hand made from heavy weight worsted, still be one, so long as it's "built like a tank"?

I'm new around here, and not as familiar with the term as I might be.

Good question, I'm not sure if yardage matters in the term "tank". Hopefully one of our experts will chime in.

**Ryan Ross** · 17th April 08, 04:05 PM

Originally Posted by ardchoille

Good question, I'm not sure if yardage matters in the term "tank". Hopefully one of our experts will chime in.

Ah... well thanks, nonetheless.

I also hope someone comes along and clears up the matter.

**JerseyLawyer** · 17th April 08, 04:46 PM

Per the FAQ:

A 'TANK' is defined as an eight-yard, wool, hand-sewn, traditional kilt. ie., "It's built like a tank." (coined by Jimmy Carbomb c.2005) [Emphasis Added]

Sorry, I was writing briefs all day, hence the emphasis. :P